Ecclesiastes only appears in our lectionary once every three years, and this is the day. Here is my sermon on Ecclesiastes (and Colossians).
Life’s True Meaning Is Hidden in Christ with God: My Sermon on Ecclesiastes (and Colossians)
Held in a Crumbling Conveyance
A new poem by Bonnie Thurston has me pondering what the future holds for this "rusty old ship" called the church.
Inviting God to Interfere in Our World: My Sermon on Luke 11:1-13
Contrary to what some may believe, God wants to get involved in our world, and is often just waiting to be asked. Here is my sermon on what Jesus teaches us about prayer in Luke 11:1-13.
Learning from Martha: My Sermon on Luke 10:38-42
For all of us who find ourselves "worried and distracted by many things," what can we learn from the story of Mary and Martha? Here is my sermon on Luke 10:38-42.
Giving Thanks for My Blog
Giving thanks for my blog as it passes 100,000 all-time views.
Jesus, Our Good Samaritan: My Sermon on Luke 10:25-37
The Parable of the Good Samaritan is a wonderful, sneaky story, with rich layers of meaning. Here is my sermon on the parable told in Luke 10:25-37.
How My Mother-in-law Shaped My Faith
A reflection on how my mother-in-law shaped my faith.
No More Empty Places
No More Empty Places There will be no more empty places at your table when we fall in love again.So rekindle the flame that once burned so bright.Help us to remember what drew us first to you.When we wander too farto hear your voice, and no longer care, let our lonely despairopen our souls again,that…
Ten Things to Remember When You Are Sent by Jesus on a Mission: My Sermon on Luke 10:1-11, 16-20
Here are ten things to remember when you are sent by Jesus on a mission, which I share in my sermon on Luke 10:1-11, 16-20.
Preach the gospel, die, and be forgotten
A reflection on this famous quote attributed to Nikolaus von Zinzendorf: "Preach the gospel, die, and be forgotten."
My Pastoral Ponderings 